Grand Canyon University

Online

Develop career-ready professional skills and enhance your Christian character in an environment that unites faith with academics.

Grand Canyon University (GCU) can help prepare you for the global workforce by teaching you to think critically and communicate successfully while keeping true to your values. GCU is an interdenominational university that is committed to upholding high academic standards and spiritual excellence. As a student, you can get ready to enhance your career and change your life among like-minded faculty, staff, and peers.

You can choose to attend classes with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. GCU provides a student-centered environment that fosters innovation and growth. Whether you are aiming for a dream job, looking to advance your current career, or changing occupations, GCU strives to support you on your journey.

If you are ready for positive and powerful change in your life, contact Grand Canyon University to find out how soon you can get started on a new path!

An Education with Purpose

Grand Canyon University consists of eight colleges of study, and offers more than 100 programs all designed to help you excel academically and professionally while upholding a Christian worldview. You can find an extensive selection of training options in some of today's fastest-growing career fields. So get inspired and find the program that is a great match for you.

College of Nursing and Health Care Professions

As the population continues to age, the demand for nurses and other health care professionals remains high. This is good news for those who desire a career in health care. GCU offers comprehensive programs whether you are just starting out in the field or looking to enhance your current position. Many of the programs include simulations to help you develop hands-on skills that are valued within the workforce. Whether working in direct patient care as a nurse or in management developing policies and best practices, you can build knowledge that can help lead to success.

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

GCU can teach you about the traditional humanities with an eye to the future, preparing you for the jobs of today and tomorrow. With program offerings in psychology, counseling, government, and even criminal justice, you can develop a broad knowledge base backed with critical thinking abilities to help prepare you to face complex challenges within your chosen field.

Bachelor of Science

Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in

Family Dynamics

Trauma

Childhood and Adolescence Disorders

Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse

Psychology

Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance and Sports Psychology

Master of Arts

Communication with an Emphasis in Education

English with an Emphasis in Education

History with an Emphasis in Education

Master of Science

Addiction Counseling

Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement

Criminal Justice: Legal Studies

Professional Counseling

Psychology: General Psychology

Psychology: Industrial & Organizational Psychology

Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in

Christian Ministry

Community Mental Health Administration

Family Dynamics

Grief and Bereavement

Prevention

Psychology with an Emphasis in

Forensic Psychology

Geropsychology

Health Psychology

Life Coaching

Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in

Childhood and Adolescence Disorders

Marriage and Family Therapy

Trauma

Sociology with an Emphasis in Education

College of Theology

If you are ready to establish a career directly in line with your faith where you can reach out to others and spread the word of God, GCU may have the program to help fulfill your passion. In the school's interdenominational environment, you can learn the real-world skills needed to become a modern Christian leader at home or abroad.

Bachelor of Arts

Christian Studies

Biblical Studies

Global Ministry

Philosophy

Worship Leadership

Youth Ministry

Master of Arts

Christian Leadership

Christian Ministry

Urban Ministry

Youth and Family Ministry

Master of Divinity

Divinity

Master of Science

Christian Counseling

Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Psychology with an Emphasis in Human Factors

College of Education

Current and aspiring teachers and educational leaders have several options to explore in order to take their careers to the next step. GCU can help prepare you to achieve success in the classroom or the office with programs in early childhood education right up to higher education leadership. The curriculum focuses on student-driven learning and helps familiarize you with current technology so you can attain the knowledge and skills needed for today's classrooms and schools.

Bachelor of Arts

English for Secondary Education

History for Secondary Education (ITL)

Bachelor of Science

Business for Secondary Education

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education

Educational Studies (Does Not Lead to Teacher Licensure)

Elementary Education English as a Second Language

Elementary Education / Special Education (Dual Major)

Elementary Education with an Emphasis in Christian Education

Master of Arts

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Curriculum and Instruction

Gifted Education

Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education

Reading with an Emphasis in Secondary Education

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Master of Education

Early Childhood (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Early Childhood (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Educational Administration (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Educational Leadership (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Elementary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Elementary Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Secondary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Secondary Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Special Education

Cross-Categorical (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)

Cross-Categorical (Leads to initial teacher licensure)

Master of Science

Instructional Technology

College of Science, Engineering, and Technology

In today's digital era, technology continues to play an important role. Professionals trained in science, engineering, and technology are in strong demand. If you are ready to join this growing field or want to enhance your existing skills, GCU is ready to help you start. This school builds their curriculum with industry partners and provides hands-on and project-based learning opportunities to help you develop the skills employers seek. Some programs even offer an internship so you can further strengthen your abilities.

Bachelor of Science

Computer Programming

Information Technology

Information Technology with an Emphasis in Cybersecurity

Master of Science

Biology with an Emphasis in Education

Business Analytics

Chemistry with an Emphasis in Education

Cyber Security

Cyber Security (Bridge)

Information Technology Management

Colangelo College of Business

You can prepare to become a leader in the modern workforce with one of GCU's bachelor's or master's degree programs in business. There are a number of learning opportunities available whether you want to study a broad subject like management or marketing, or focus on a more specialized area such as accounting, human resource management, or even sports management.

Bachelor of Science

Accounting

Applied Business Analytics

Applied Business Information Systems

Applied Management

Business Administration

Business Administration with an Emphasis in Business Intelligence

Business Information Systems

Entrepreneurial Studies

Finance and Economics

Hospitality Management

Marketing

Public Safety and Emergency Management

Sports Management

Master of Business Administration

Accounting

Finance

Health Systems Management

Leadership

Marketing

M.B.A. and MS in Leadership (Dual Degree)

Project Management

Sports Business

Strategic Human Resource Management

Master of Public Administration

Government and Policy

Health Care Management

Master of Science

Accounting

Bridge to the M.S. in Information Technology Management

Leadership

Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership

Organizational Leadership and Entrepreneurship

College of Doctoral Studies

With an ever-growing global marketplace, knowledge is an asset. GCU offers several doctoral specializations to meet the needs and interests of students from diverse backgrounds. You can prepare to expand your professional abilities in business, education, psychology, and so much more.

Doctor of Business Administration

Data Analytics

Data Analytics - Bridge

Marketing

Marketing - Bridge

Management

Doctor of Education

Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in

K-12 Leadership

Behavioral Health

Christian Ministry

Higher Education Leadership

Organizational Development

Health Care Administration

Special Education

Teaching and Learning with an Emphasis in Adult Learning

Doctor of Education Specialist

K-12 Leadership

Doctor of Philosophy Degrees

Counselor Education and Supervision

Counselor Education and Supervision - Bridge

General Psychology with an Emphasis in

Cognition and Instruction

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology

Performance Psychology

Online Learning

GCU gives you the option to learn online. Online learning provides you with the same quality education and Christian fellowship as learning on-campus, but in a flexible and convenient format that works for you. As an online student, you are still welcome to visit the campus anytime, attend any campus events, and join the commencement walk.

Student Life

Student life is important at GCU. From BBQs to movies on the lawn, you can usually find something to do. You could spend some time at Thunder Alley, the campus bowling alley and live music venue. Or, you could get involved in a game of baseball, basketball, or tennis.

Optional chapel services are held twice a week where you can worship and connect with fellow students and faculty. You can also join in on student-led bible studies, small group ministries, community outreach programs, and even international mission trips. Imagine the sense of purpose you could feel, spending time with your peers in a developing nation, helping those who are less fortunate.

Start Your Journey Today

Are you feeling motivated? Are you ready to make a change? Then don't wait any longer. Contact Grand Canyon University today to get your questions answered—including when you can get started. Simply fill out the simple form below and the school will be in touch with you!